Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with an established and highly regarded business based in Cambourne, Cambridge, to recruit a Credit Controller to join their finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller who enjoys taking ownership of their ledger, building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders, and playing a key role in improving cash collection and reducing outstanding debt.
Reporting into the Credit Control Manager, you will take responsibility for a designated portfolio of customers, working closely with operational teams across the business to ensure debts are managed effectively and queries are resolved promptly. The role offers a varied workload within a supportive and collaborative finance environment.
Responsibilities
As the Credit Controller, you will be responsible for:
- Managing and monitoring the collection of outstanding customer balances
- Working towards monthly cash collection targets
- Building effective relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
- Preparing and distributing aged debt reports
- Issuing customer statements and collection correspondence
- Managing accounts that require credit restrictions or "on stop" procedures
- Investigating and resolving queries that may be delaying payment
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date customer account records
- Processing daily cash receipts, allocations and monthly direct debit payments
- Supporting the setup of new customer accounts
- Supporting the Credit Control Manager with projects aimed at improving cash collection and overall credit control processes
Your Profile
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience working within Credit Control
- A proven track record of successfully collecting debt and delivering against targets
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
- Good knowledge of Excel
- Previous experience using ERP/accounting systems, with IFS experience advantageous
- A proactive, professional and positive approach
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team
- A full UK driving licence
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £30 - £32,000
- Hybrid working (Three days in the office and two from home)
- Opportunity to join an established business
- Varied Credit Control position, with plenty of interaction across the wider organisation.
- Occasional travel to other locations across the UK.
For further information or to apply, please contact Robert Half.
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Credit Controller in Cambridge employer: Robert Half Careers
Join a dynamic and innovative international organisation in Manchester, where your expertise as a Group Reporting Manager will be valued and impactful. With a strong focus on employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, this role offers not just a competitive salary and bonus but also a chance to contribute to meaningful improvements within the finance function. Embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of our growing team and take your career to new heights in a supportive environment that champions professional growth.
